Energy Performance Certificate
Flat 2, 46 Grand Parade
BN2 2QA
BRIGHTON
Current
C
80
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This flat is located in BRIGHTON, BN2 2QA. The property offers 40m² (431 sq ft) of compact living space with 1 habitable room. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (80/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The property uses electric storage heaters, which charge overnight on cheaper electricity tariffs. While having low installation costs, running costs are typically higher than gas central heating. A heat pump could reduce electricity use by 60-70%. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £270, comprising £134 for heating, £110 for hot water, and £26 for lighting. The property produces 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is very low for a UK home.
How Does Flat 2 Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 80/100, this BRIGHTON property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £270 are approximately £1530 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 40m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 1.8 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the BN2 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs BRIGHTON
vs BN2
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 80/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £390/year less than the BRIGHTON average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 26 Apr 2012
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Property Information
Full Address
Flat 2
46 Grand Parade
BN2 2QA
BRIGHTON
Property Type
Flat
NO DATA!
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1900-1929
Floor Area
40.0 m²
1.0 total rooms
1.0 heated
Tenure
rental (social)
Efficiency Score
80 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
1.8 tonnes/year
45 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
252 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Apr 2012
rental (social)
About BRIGHTON
BRIGHTON is situated in East Sussex, South East. Properties in BRIGHTON have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £526 below the BRIGHTON average, offering good value. The BN2 postcode district contains over 36700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Electric storage heaters
£134.0/yr
Save £10/yr
Hot Water
£110/yr
Save £14/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£26/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
(another dwelling above)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
(other premises below)
Heating System
Electric storage heaters
Main Fuel
electricity (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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Average download speed: 69 Mbps
Download Speed
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What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.